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Kickboxing for Beginners in Aurora
7 gyms in Aurora, Colorado show real evidence — from their own sites or students' reviews — of being a welcoming place to take your very first kickboxing class. That first class is simpler than the nerves suggest: you don't need to be fit, you won't be thrown into hard sparring, and a patient coach walks beginners through stance, punches and kicks on the pads and bag at their own pace. Wear comfortable athletic clothes, bring water, and expect a warm-up, some shadowboxing and footwork, and a few combos learned slowly — many gyms lend gloves so you don't need to buy anything yet. Gyms are ranked below by local reputation (rating weighted by review count), and with 7 beginner-friendly options in town, it's worth calling ahead, saying it's your first time, and asking which class on the schedule they'd start you with.
1. National Martial Arts Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 159 reviews
2. Rad Muay Thai Fitness & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
3. House Of Pain East Boxing And Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
“S/O to coach Lamar!!! I've had the opportunity to train with coach Lamar at House of Pain East for about three months now and it's been nothing less than amazing! I stared out as…” — Ivan
4. FLY Kickbox
5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews
“I was nervous to try Fly Kickboxing as I had never put on a pair of boxing gloves or punched a punching bag before. After the first class I was hooked! The Instructors are…” — Mallory
6. Mastering Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 43 reviews
7. Premier Martial Arts Arapahoe
5 ★★★★★ 36 reviews
“Our 10 year old daughter was practicing martial arts at another school and she really fell in love with the sport. We decided to try PMA in Aurora and we are beyond happy with our…” — Lee
Booking your first class in Aurora: practical notes
- Call ahead and say you're new. Ask which class they'd start a beginner with — many gyms have a beginner or all-levels class that's a gentler introduction than the advanced floor. A good front desk loves this question.
- Ask how sparring works. You won't be made to spar as a beginner; find out whether and how a gym introduces sparring so you know exactly what you're signing up for.
- Keep gear simple. Comfortable athletic clothes and water are enough for a first class — most gyms here lend gloves, so you can try kickboxing before buying anything. See the what-to-wear guide.
- Go at your own pace. Being winded the first time is normal and expected. Take breaks, drink water, and let your fitness build over your first few weeks — nobody expects a beginner to keep up with the regulars.
- Use a free trial. Many gyms offer a free trial class — the cheapest, lowest-pressure way to find the room that fits. See free kickboxing trial classes.
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